WELCOME TO MAIZE & BLUE CUPBOARD
OUR MISSION
To ensure members of the University of Michigan community—whether on a tight budget or physically restrained from getting to a grocery store—receive equitable access to healthy, nutritious, and nourishing food and the ability to prepare it for themselves or others.
WHO WE ARE
College students and staff are experiencing food insecurity at alarming rates. The Maize and Blue Cupboard is here to provide an immediate and comprehensive response for the U-M community. By offering resources, educational opportunities, compassionate support and more, we help students develop the skills to make informed decisions.
Read our FAQs to learn more about the Maize and Blue Cupboard and how you can get help.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
FOOD
Produce, dairy, meat, bread, frozen and shelf-stable foods (i.e. rice, cans, tuna, etc.)
KITCHEN & COOKING
Dishes, silverware, pots & pans, Tupperware, cutting boards, knives, and other kitchenware
PERSONAL & HOUSEHOLD
Trash bags, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, hygiene products, school supplies, baby items and more
SUPPORT
Get connected to campus experts like CAPS, Dean of Students and Financial Aid, as well as SNAP (Michigan’s food program)
NEWS
Humane Society of the United States Visits Maize and Blue Cupboard
Chef Mohamed Alqamoussi from the Humane Society of the United States recently visited the University of Michigan campus to further educate Michigan dining culinary staff on the importance of plant-based diets and the environmental impact of reduced red meat consumption.
Mobile Distribution for North Campus — Fall Semester
Students who live on North Campus have easier access to free groceries thanks to U-M’s Maize & Blue Cupboard (MBC), the College of Engineering, Student Life, and Ann Arbor-based Food Gatherers.
Federal Assistance for Food Insecurity
The U.S. Department of Agriculture offers a nationwide program to help people who are struggling with food insecurity. The national name for the program is Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (S
The Truth About a Sweet Tooth
Have you ever uttered the words, “This is so addicting!” when talking about highly processed or sugary foods? I mean, who can eat just one yummy treat at a time? This sentiment may not be far from th
